Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sorrow
noun
[suh-roh]
Definition
A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune.
Examples
- She felt a deep sorrow after losing her pet.
- His heart was filled with sorrow when he heard the news.
- Finding comfort in friends helped ease his sorrow.
Meaning
Sorrow refers to a profound sadness that usually arises from pain, grief, or regret.
Synonyms
- grief
- sadness
- heartache
- lamentation
- woe
